Massachusetts Politics

Boston Faces Major Funding Cuts to AmeriCorps Programs

News Summary Boston is reeling from significant cuts to the AmeriCorps program, with nearly $400 million slashed nationwide. This impacts…

2 days ago

Somerville Arrest Causes Outrage Over Free Speech Rights

News Summary In Somerville, Massachusetts, the unexpected arrest of graduate student Rumeysa Ozturk by federal agents sparked widespread protests and…

4 days ago

Governor Healey Denounces Trump’s Attacks on Massachusetts Universities

News Summary Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey has publicly condemned former President Donald Trump's ongoing attacks on universities, particularly focusing on…

1 week ago

Governor Healey Addresses Federal Cuts Affecting Science

News Summary Massachusetts Governor Maura Healey expressed strong concerns about the impact of federal funding cuts on scientific research in…

1 week ago

Massachusetts Enforces Strict Fines for Child Labor Violations

News Summary Massachusetts has significantly increased penalties for child labor violations at major fast-food chains, including Dunkin', McDonald's, and Subway.…

2 weeks ago

Massachusetts State Representative Arrested for Theft

News Summary Christopher Flanagan, a Massachusetts state representative, was arrested for allegedly stealing $36,000 from the Home Builders Association of…

2 weeks ago

Massachusetts Faces Serious Energy Challenges Amid Cuts

News Summary Massachusetts residents are grappling with rising energy costs and cuts to vital support programs as Senator Ed Markey…

2 weeks ago

Massachusetts Representative Flanagan Arrested for Fraud

News Summary Massachusetts State Representative Christopher Flanagan faces serious federal fraud charges after allegedly embezzling $36,000 from the Home Builders…

2 weeks ago

Massachusetts House Passes Amendment on School Sports Participation

News Summary Massachusetts lawmakers have passed an amendment prohibiting public school athletes from participating in sports teams of the opposite…

3 weeks ago

Concerns Rise as Federal Government Revokes Visas of International Students in Massachusetts

News Summary The federal government has revoked the visas of over 17 international students in Massachusetts, sparking widespread distress among…

3 weeks ago